# Art History Action Figures These Flexible Sculpture Figures are Modeled After Famous Works of Art By Charlotte Joyce Kidd | Published 2015-11-02 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculpture-figure References: [thisiscolossal](http://www.thisiscolossal.com/2015/11/the-table-museum-action-figures/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=webfeeds) & [goodsmile-global.ecq.sc](http://goodsmile-global.ecq.sc/catalogsearch/result/?q=table%20museum) These sculpture figures are modeled after some of the world's most [famous works of art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/love-replica), but have bendable joints and moving eyes just like toy action figures. The series of four [miniature sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-sculptures) are available for purchase online from creator 'The Table Museum.' They replicate three famous antique sculptures: Rodin's Thinker, Michelangelo's David and the ancient Greek Venus de Milo statue. They come in either a marble hue or a burnished green that mimics the tone of aged copper. These sculpture figures would make a great gift for kids fascinated by ancient art. They could also serve as an entertaining [coffee table accessory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/andrew-rae) -- they look decorative and fancy at first, but can actually be played with and twisted into funny configurations. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Flexible Art Sculptures:** The creation of flexible art sculptures that mimic famous works of art offers opportunities for interactive and customizable artwork. - **Art-inspired Action Figures:** The concept of art-inspired action figures opens up possibilities for combining art appreciation with playfulness and imagination. - **Interactive Decorative Collectibles:** The emergence of interactive decorative collectibles allows for the fusion of aesthetic appeal and interactive functionality in home decor. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art Market:** The art market can explore the potential of creating and selling flexible art sculptures that bridge the gap between traditional artwork and contemporary collectibles. - **Toy Manufacturing:** Toy manufacturers can consider incorporating art-inspired action figures into their product lines, catering to a niche market that combines art enthusiasts and toy collectors. - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can tap into the demand for interactive decorative collectibles by offering unique and playful art-inspired pieces that add a touch of creativity to any space. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collectible Philosopher Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pix-plato.md) - [Art-Inspired Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-mattel-x-moma.md) - [Artist-Designed Toy Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-toy-series.md) - [Artful Motion Toy Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nina-chanel-abney-bravo.md) - [Art-Inspired Toy Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hape-x-the-met.md) - [Artful Anime-Blending Split Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/split-bust.md) - [Collectible Luxury Fashion Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marsper-x-gucci.md) - [Iconic Artwork Toy Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-art-mona-lisa-set.md) - [Collaborative Sculptural Art Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neojomon-biomorphic-fantme.md)